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Nurse Extern I Jobs

Company

Owensboro Health
Address , Owensboro, Ky
Employment type
Salary
Expires 2023-07-30
Posted at 11 months ago
Job Description

Summary

Job Summary

Assists the nursing staff by performing assigned duties. The nurse extern may perform tasks/acts that are routinely part of any nursing assistant's job description. Under the direct supervision of an RN, performs nursing patient care activities for which they have been educationally prepared and have demonstrated clinical competence to perform the delegated task.
Job Responsibilities
  • May perform foley catheter insertions (male and female) under the direct supervision of the registered nurse.
  • Demonstrates interpersonal competency in dealing with patients specific to the work area.
  • Assists with activity and mobility of patients
  • Contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data during a Physical Assessment (including health history) for review and co-signature by the registered nurse.
  • Greets and orients new patients to the hospital environment.
  • Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
  • Assists with provision of nonpharmacological interventions.
  • Works with the nursing staff to provide personal care according to organizational standards and policies.
  • Nurse Externs may administer medication by P.O., SQ, IM, topical, nasally, otic, optic and inhaled routes under the direct supervision and co-signature of the registered nurse.
  • Ensures documentation is accurate, complete, specific, and timely.
  • Performs tasks/acts that are routinely part of any nursing assistant’s job description under the supervision of the registered nurse.
  • May assist with sterile dressing changes under the direct supervision of the registered nurse.
  • Assists nursing staff to identify physical, psychosocial, age-specific, and cultural considerations of each patient.
  • May assist with the administration of oxygen modalities under the direct supervision of the registered nurse.
  • Performs patient nursing care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including collecting specimens, vital signs, and other related data.
Qualifications
  • BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position
  • Completion of first semester of Nursing program and continued enrollment in Nursing program required upon hire
  • No experience required
Skills and Attributes
  • Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
  • Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
  • Works under direct supervision.
Physical Demands
  • Hearing: Frequently
  • Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Frequently
  • Bending/Stooping: Frequently
  • Climbing: Occasionally
  • Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
  • Standing: Frequently
  • Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Frequently
  • Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely
  • Lifting over 75 lbs: Rarely
  • Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
  • Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
  • Kneeling: Occasionally
  • Lifting 25-75 lbs: Rarely
  • Sitting: Occasionally
  • Carrying 25-75 lbs: Rarely
  • Running: Occasionally
  • Reaching: Frequently
  • Lifting 0-25 lbs: Frequently
  • Carrying 0-25 lbs: Frequently
  • Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Frequently
  • Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently
  • Carrying over 75 lbs: Rarely
  • Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally
  • Talking: Frequently
  • Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
  • Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
  • Walking: Frequently
Owensboro Health Core Commitments

INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.
RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.